Living out of a backpack and staying squeaky clean? Yeah, it’s an art! Whether your next adventure involves bustling city hostels or going totally off-grid, keeping up with personal hygiene isn’t just about health – it’s about staying happy on the road. So, ready for our best backpacking hygiene tips? We’ll dive into everything from washing your…
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The only Morocco backpacking guide you’ll need
Backpacking Morocco is still cheap by European standards. A June 2026 budget guide puts a backpacker day at 350 to 650 dirhams (about €32 to €59), covering a dorm bed, street food and tagines, trains and buses. Spend more only if you add a desert tour or a riad. Morocco lies less than ten miles from the…
Croatia backpacker guide
Backpacking Croatia is all about being impulsive, right? It’s about booking your flight and being spontaneous. It’s about making new best mates from around the world in your hostel. Or swimming to a deserted Dalmatian island and fighting off black widow spiders with your bare hands. Oh, am I getting carried away? But seriously, backpacking…
A backpacker’s guide to eating street food
There’s no denying that tucking into street food is a delicious option when travelling. Not only is it budget friendly, it’s also a great way to get a feel for a destination and learn more about the local culture. However, it’s not without its pitfalls. While a plate of grub for a couple of pounds…
6 mental health benefits of travelling
The phrase “I need a holiday” is one we’ve probably all uttered at least once, but is there more to that craving than just topping up your tan? Looking after your mental health should always be a priority, and sometimes taking a break from the daily grind and experiencing something extraordinary is exactly what you…
The ultimate guide to backpacking China
Is there anywhere on earth that evokes as much wonder, intrigue and fascination as China? Whether it’s marvelling at the magnificent Great Wall, basking in glorious rural landscapes or attempting to navigate the largest cities on earth, a trip to China offers rewards like no other. Every corner is uniquely alluring, continually drawing in backpackers…
The Ultimate Guide To Backpacking Peru
Backpacking Peru in 2025? You’re in for an epic adventure: ancient Inca trails, Andean peaks and mouth‑watering street food. This updated guide gives you real hostel‑level budget intel, safety hacks, and much more. In this backpacker’s guide to Peru, you’ll learn everything you need to know about this incredible country! Jump straight to: Best time to visit Peru Peru visa Peru backpacking budget Peru transport Hostels in Peru Things to do in Peru Peru points of interest Peru backpacking routes Peruvian food Peru culture and customs Is Peru safe? Peru travel advice Backpacking in Peru packing list Best…
The ultimate guide to backpacking Italy
Whether you’re visiting Europe for the first time, are a seasoned expert, travelling with friends, a partner or even going solo, Italy offers something for everybody. In what can be described as a living art gallery, this amazing country offers fresh and vibrant world-class cuisine, architectural masterpieces, ancient ruins, soaring mountainous peaks, great beaches, and…
How to look after yourself while backpacking on your period
You can backpack on your period without much drama if you pack a reusable product such as a menstrual cup, carry a backup tampon or pad, and track your cycle so you can plan big travel days around it. Below, a writer who has managed it all over Latin America and Asia shares her tips,…
Is this Europe’s most underrated city? A local’s guide to Brussels
Often overlooked in favour of weekend breaks to Amsterdam, Barcelona or Lisbon, Brussels is brimming with emerging art galleries, creative food pop-ups and of course great craft beers. Less bureaucratic than the EU would make you believe, it’s a satisfying mix of historic yet hipster, bizarre but blossoming and is multicultural to its core. Venture…
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